TY - JOUR AB - Rapid changes in the facilities management environment combined with the rising expectations of users has made effective customer service one of the most important factors contributing to success in today’s efficient facilities management operations. To create an effective customer service programme, it is necessary to analyse needs and set appropriate standards that consider the total requirements and unique resource structure of the service providers in the facility environment. By taking advantage of the latest industry research and proven methods for establishing service standards, the facility manager can design and implement customer service programmes that contribute dramatically to customer satisfaction and the overall performance of the facilities management operation. VL - 1 IS - 4 SN - 1472-5967 DO - 10.1108/14725960310808033 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/14725960310808033 AU - Bandy Nancy M. PY - 2003 Y1 - 2003/01/01 TI - Setting service standards: A structured approach to delivering outstanding customer service for the facility manager T2 - Journal of Facilities Management PB - MCB UP Ltd SP - 322 EP - 336 Y2 - 2024/04/25 ER -